What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to South Shields is to taxi which costs £35 - £45 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to South Shields is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct ferry between North Shields and South Shields?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from North Shields Ferry Terminal and arriving at South Shields Ferry Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from North Shields to South Shields?

The distance between North Shields and South Shields is 2096 feet.

How do I travel from North Shields to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to South Shields without a car is to ferry which takes 7 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from North Shields to South Shields?

The ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminal takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1905+ hotels available in South Shields.

North Shields to South Shields - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and line 317 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from North Shields to South Shields by ferry, bus, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
7 min
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from North Shields to South Shieldstaxi 7.1 mi
14 min
£35–45
Line 317 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Preston Village to New Quay - Ferrybus 317
2. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry Ferry
36 min

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Distance: 2,100 ft
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between North Shields, England and South Shields, England?

Nexus Ferry operates a ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminal every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 7 min.

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